I am excited to begin my counselling journey with Dearborn Therapy as a practicum student enrolled in Yorkville University’s Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. I am committed to using a compassionate, strengths-based approach to help you realize your goals. While I am new to the counselling field, I have extensive experience in community development, using arts-based practices to connect folks to a sense of belonging through shared experiences.

I am inspired by the power of gifts and believe that honouring and celebrating the unique gifts and strengths you hold is the first step to navigating barriers and flourishing. I am particularly drawn to using solutions focused and narrative therapy approaches to help adults reach their goals in managing stress and anxiety, enhancing relationships, and living in alignment with purpose. I acknowledge that there are multiple ways of knowing, and I approach individuals and their story with humility. I am keen on weaving in relevant creative practices to help you access your essence, and to honour it as you engage in your journey towards holistic wellness. I look forward to collaborating with you from a trauma-informed lens, with consideration for the systemic factors at play in your life.

In my spare time, I love spending time with my family and doggos, being near the water, noticing patterns in nature, and exploring them through my visual arts practice.

I am available for evening or weekend appointments, both in-person and virtual. I welcome you to book

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If trauma is holding you back from living the life you want and deserve, Nathalie would love to walk alongside you and support your healing journey. Nathalie is a trauma-informed, DBT, CBT, Narrative and Solutions Focused and EMDR educated Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist. Nathalie seeks to assist motivated individuals in overcoming the effects of traumatic experiences in their lives. Nathalie provides services to youth +15, adults, seniors and couples. Trauma can impact us in many ways, leading to fears, challenges in relationships, challenges with self-esteem, suicidal thoughts, and big emotions. As a trauma-informed therapist, Nathalie values your experiences and perspectives, and she is dedicated to making your unique needs the centre of care.

In addition to Nathalie’s work with trauma survivors she offers supports to individuals affected by phobias, burn out, anxiety, depression, and substance misuse in order to allow people to feel empowered to take back control in their life. Nathalie also supports individuals affected by grief and loss by offering emotional guidance as well as direction in moving through loss in a way that it most meaningful to the individual seeking support. Nathalie is motivated to work with couples who wish to embark on developing and exploring a more meaningful dynamic in their relationship.

Nathalie provides services complimentary consultations and virtual therapy with flexibility for daytime, evening, and Sunday availability all within the comfort of your own home. Apart from her professional work as a Registered Social Worker, Nathalie enjoys travelling, shopping and spending time with her family and pets

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Bio:

Amanda Brennan holds a Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology and is registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She has 15 years of experience in the field of mental health.

Amanda practices from a trauma informed perspective and uses a variety of approaches, including cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and solution focused therapy. Amanada is currently opening up her calendar for individual psychotherapy appointments in the 18+ population with evening and weekend appointments.

Why work with me?

I have a special interest and passion in women’s mental health. I believe that we all encounter times in our life where we could benefit from support, guidance, and accountability. This might be during pregnancy, post-partum, relationship changes, or big life transitions. I know firsthand that it can be incredibly hard to reach out for help, I also know that everyone is worthy of a safe and non-judgmental place to talk about what might be weighing them down. My goal is to empower you to see your strengths and provide you with the tools and mindset you need to walk through your next stage of life.

Outside of work Amanda is a mother, lover of plants and books, and a creative.

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Owner/Clinical Director.

We can co-create treatment plans and help us reach our goals. My educational background includes a Social Service Diploma, a Bachelor of Social Work, a Concurrent Disorder Certificate, a Graduate Teaching Certificate and A Masters of Social Work. I have many certificates from the University of Toronto, Faculty of Medicine in CBT for a variety of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, psychosis, self-harm, addictions, eating disorders, trauma and phobias. I am certified in Critical Incident Group debriefing.

I am a registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist through OCSWSSW. I am a Compassion Fatigue educator, and The Kenora and Area Ambassador for the Ontario Association of Social workers (OASW). I am trained in many modalities such as CBT, EFT, DBT, CPT, Solution Focused Therapy and I’m trained, certified and a consultant in training for EMDR.

I have 20 + years’ experience working with individuals, groups, cultures, diagnosis, disorders, and resiliencies of all ages. I am open to tackling anything together, advocating for you and supporting you in meeting any of your needs. I work from a trauma informed, anti racist/oppressive, 2SLGTQ+ informed, and inclusive approach. I will go at your pace and we pivot as needed.

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Alex is a qualifying registered psychotherapist through the CRPO. She has experience working in school mental health, community mental health and in Indigenous communities.

Alex holds a Masters of Counselling Psychology through Yorkville University (August 2023) and is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). In previous studies, she was interested in criminology and gender and women’s studies. She currently works in a small school as the mental health support for ages 4-18; she enjoys helping young adults and children establish and reach their goals. During her practicum placement, she worked with adults, where she supported clients through big and small life transitions, anxiety, navigating relationships, creating boundaries, and self-compassion.

I am dedicated to providing a non-judgmental, authentic, and compassionate space. I emphasize sharing your story at your own pace through a client-centered, trauma and culturally informed lens while using valuable tools and skills of solution-focused, narrative, cognitive behavioural therapy, and other relevant approaches. I have experience working with grief and loss, anxiety, high expectations (from yourself and others), depression, traumatic experiences, and Indigenous culture. I also attended DBT training and presently learning the EFIT model to self-destructive behaviours with teens.

Sessions can be arranged via phone or Jane App Telehealth. Feel free to book a free consult today.

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Jessi McEwen (She/Her)

Boozhoo, Bonjour, and Hello,

I’m thrilled to join Dearborn Therapy as a practicum student completing a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology through Yorkville University. I aim to provide a compassionate, affirming, and collaborative approach that honours each client’s unique experiences and needs. I love to learn about the innate strengths, gifts, and resources each person carries contributing to their healing and growth.

I’m looking forward to working with individuals ages 18 + who are looking for ways to alleviate stress and anxiety, enhance interpersonal connections, and set personally meaningful goals by drawing upon evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and mindfulness. I have a heart for equity and social justice and work from a holistic and trauma-informed perspective. I believe that healing and growth are cultivated within respectful, collaborative, and responsive relationships. I am keenly interested in how our ways of being are influenced by our attachment patterns, and within and across the various types of systems we’re associated with.

When I’m not working or studying, I’m usually with my family and friends. I love to garden, practice yoga, read, crochet, walk in the forest, and spend as much time floating on boats and paddleboards as possible.

If my approach feels aligned with your needs, I’m available for in-person or virtual appointments on evenings and weekends. Please check out the app to book an appointment with me.

Miigwech, Merci, and Thank you,

Jessi

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Cinthia offers services in person, virtually or over the phone in both English and Spanish. Cinthia is a Registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). She is registered with NHIB and the Indian Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program.

Cinthia sees individuals aged 16+ . She has training in- DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, CBT (senior status), Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma, Prolonged Exposure Therapy for trauma, Narrative Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Trauma Focused and Indigenous Adapted CBT- Mikwendaagwad Sacred Circle. She is also an Empathic Strain Educator (formally known as compassion fatigue).

Why work with me?

I believe that every human being has the inner strength to face life’s challenges. My hope is to help you tap into your own strengths and resources so we can work together in achieving your goals. Whether you want to work on learning coping skills or improving relationships, I meet you where you are at and I go at your own pace.

I implement a client-centered and trauma-informed approach when working with people. My specialty is working with individuals with trauma, depression, self-esteem issues, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, health anxiety, phobias, panic, and OCD. I am also a huge proponent of incorporating self-compassion in my therapy approach.

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Mark Vaudry holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and is registered in good standing the through the College of Nurses Ontario (CNO) and is apart of the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO). He has over ten years experience in the healthcare field with a focus on mental health and addictions. He has worked extensively with psychopathologies such as bipolar I,II, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, psychosis, and substance abuse.

He grew up and has worked all his life in North-Western Ontario. He understands the barriers that Rural and Indigenous people face when accessing mental health care. Always aiming to make therapeutic modalities accessible and practical in their application.

Mark focuses on trauma-informed care in all areas of his practice. He has training in cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, 12-step and solutions focused therapy.

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Jodi Young Bio, OCSWSSW

She/her/hers

My therapeutic practice is rooted in relationship. I start wherever an individual is at, both physically and metaphorically. Through an anti-oppressive, culturally competent, trauma informed lens I join you on a journey towards wellbeing. Together we explore and pursue hoped for outcomes. I am safe and comfortable holding space and witness for you to process your pain, struggles and horizons.

I have 30 years’ experience working within the helping field and readily engage with persons of all ages and life stages. My background includes a BA in psychology and a master’s in social work. I consistently draw from evidence-based practice models including ACT, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and solution focused.

With much lived and worked experience, I am a good fit for individuals working through loss & grief, addiction, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem issues, family dysfunction, domestic violence & child welfare related issues. To every session I promise to bring safety, compassion, curiosity and hope, reflection and some humour.

My energy is fueled spending time with my partner and multiple dogs in and out with nature. I am excited by ideas, experiences and always on the lookout for the next renovation project.

“The problem is the problem, the person is not the problem”

Michael White

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